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Hello. From what you describe, it would appear that your vehicle has experienced some sort of electrical issues. It may be possible that the alarm system has been set off or has perhaps malfunctioned, and as a result is cutting...

Hello. If the vehicle has anti-lock brakes, then it should not lock up like this. This will only occur if there is a sensor problem with the vehicle. I would start by installing a scan tool that can read the...

Hello. If the manual clutch does not have very much resistance and you are having trouble shifting into First Gear and Reverse, the clutch master cylinder and slave cylinder need to be replaced. These components work together to allow the...

The cause of the oil in the spark plug hole is going to be a leaking valve cover gasket and tube seals for the spark plugs are leaking oil into the spark plug holes. You will need to replace valve...

Hello, thank you for writing in. The vehicle depends on two main components for starting. Considering the starter motor is not functioning at all, you either do not have power going to it, or the motor has failed and is...

Listen for the fuel pump to come on for 2 seconds when you turn the key on. You may have to listen back by the fuel tank. Check for coolant level to be low. You may have a cracked upper...

You have many different components in the steering that could be causing the clicking noise. You should have a mechanic inspect the noise and verify the cause of the problem is not making the vehicle unsafe to drive. There is...

You’ve gotten stuck in the ditch on the left side so the odds are that there is a damaged or bent component on that side. If you really hit it hard, a lot of times, you are going to...

Hi there, thanks for writing in about your 2003 Hyundai Elantra. It sounds like the starter pinion or flywheel gear that it engages have worn out causing the metal grating noise you mention. If you want to have this checked,...

Hello. It doesn’t sound like the problem with the shifter moving around and the car not starting are related. The part of the system that deals with starting the car is the clutch and clutch pedal switch. There is a...

Hi Rohit. Thanks for contacting us today. You might find this article to be very helpful. Buying a previously owned vehicle is much easier when you have a professional mechanic complete a pre-purchase car inspection as well.

Before you drive the car again, you need to find the lug wrench and check to be sure that all your wheel lugs are tight You might have one or more loose wheels. If you don't find a problem there,...

Hello. A bumpy ride can be caused by a wide variety of issues. Shocks and struts are two different names for the same suspension component, the shock absorber. Shocks usually have a built in mount for coil springs, while struts...

Hi there. Our mobile mechanics have the tools and supplies to complete most routine maintenance services that your 2012 Honda would require. We have created a great tool that allows you to look up your vehicle's maintenance schedule. Once you...

The high mileage oil brand, and the specific viscosity rating (5W-30), that your husband bought for you is perfectly acceptable and you needn't worry at all. High mileage oil simply claims to have "extra" engine oil seal conditioners and perhaps...

The first thing is that disconnecting the battery cable when the engine is running can damage the alternator and computer modules on the vehicle. This will cause voltage spikes that will burn electrical circuits out. With the description of the...

Hello, it sounds as if you have a faulty transmission pressure control solenoid or contaminated fluid. Also, the electronic gear shift sensor under your gear shift could be compromised if something has spilled on it. I suggest that you have a...

Hello. If the engine is not cranking then it may be a battery or a starter. I would usually do a load test on the battery to make sure it is fine. If the battery is fine then I move...

I think you may have a tempermental electrical connection. Maybe in the power distribution box or in the car's ignition switch. You could try looking at the battery terminals or the fuse panel for any apparent corrosion, but you might...